Ephedrodoma multilineata
This record describes Ephedrodoma multilineata (species). Recorded family: Miridae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
Det. M.D. Schwartz, 2017 Type Locality: Nevada, Clark Co., Mount Charleston 5500”, VII-19-82, J. T. Polhemus.
Identification notes
Det. M.D. Schwartz, 2017
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Heteroptera
- Superfamily
- Miroidea
- Family
- Miridae (Plant Bugs)
- Subfamily
- Orthotylinae
- Tribe
- Orthotylini
- Genus
- Ephedrodoma
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Habitat
on the outwash plains below desert mountain ranges
Geographic Range
sw US (CA to w.TX, NV-CO) - Map , uncommon
Diet and Behavior
Diet: on Mormon Tea ( Ephedra , Ephedraceae), including Ephedra aspera, Ephedra trifurca
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Ephedrodoma multilineata Polhemus & Polhemus 1984
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Ephedrodoma multilineata. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Hemiptera (true bugs) includes over 80,000 described species across cicadas, aphids, leafhoppers, shield bugs, and bed bugs. Aphids alone cost global agriculture an estimated $2.5 billion annually in crop losses.
Ecological role of the group
Many Hemiptera are essential food sources for birds and predatory insects. Cicadas provide massive nutrient pulses during emergence events - a single Brood X emergence can involve trillions of individuals across 15 states.
Economic and practical significance of the group
The brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) caused $37 million in apple crop losses in a single year in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic region. Bed bug infestations in the U.S. increased by 500% between 2001-2010, costing the hotel industry hundreds of millions annually.
Recorded sources for this group: USDA, EPA, University research. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Ephedrodoma multilineata (5)
Photo credits: Contributed by v belov; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn
Frequently Asked Questions About Ephedrodoma multilineata
What is Ephedrodoma multilineata?
Ephedrodoma multilineata is a species in the family Miridae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Ephedrodoma multilineata?
Det. M.D. Schwartz, 2017
Where is Ephedrodoma multilineata found?
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Habitat | on the outwash plains below desert mountain ranges |
| Range | sw US (CA to w.TX, NV-CO) - Map , uncommon |
What does Ephedrodoma multilineata eat?
The diet of the Ephedrodoma multilineata includes on Mormon Tea ( Ephedra , Ephedraceae), including Ephedra aspera, Ephedra trifurca.